Since it's not often possible for teachers to sacrifice an entire day of schooling to allow for
individual creative pursuits, the idea has been reinterpreted in many schools as a «Genius Hour,» where students get one hour per day or week to focus on a project of their choice.
Not exact matches
Artworks exemplifying each and every artist's unique artistic language and methodology will be displayed in
individual galleries, a curatorial approach further highlighting the distinctive
creative pursuit of each
individual participant.
COUNTRY: The United States AWARDED BY: The MacArthur Foundation WHAT IT IS: $ 500,000 over five years AIM: To support talented
individuals who have shown extraordinary originality and dedication in their
creative pursuits ELIGIBILITY: Nominees must be residents or citizens of the United States NUMBER OF WINNERS: Typically 20 to 30 YEAR INSTITUTED: 1981 WHY IT»S IMPORTANT: This prize, called the «genius grant,» is a life - changing honor.
Three artists awarded MacArthur «genius» grants Dawoud Bey, Njideka Akunyili Crosby, and Trevor Paglen are among the 24 recipients of this year's MacArthur Foundation's «genius» awards celebrating
individuals who have «shown extraordinary originality and dedication in their
creative pursuits.»
Placing a spotlight on
individuals»
pursuit of
creative freedom in different eras and geographical contexts, the exhibition will also feature several artists» careers in depth, among them Norman Lewis, Sam Gilliam, Jennie C. Jones, Serge Alain Nitegeka and Lynette Yiadom - Boakye.
Although the exhibition can not be seen as a mapping of contemporary
creative pursuits on the African continent, it does reflect the reality of the circulation of ideas, cultures, and objects, as well as
individuals and their migration.
MacArthur Fellowships are bestowed upon «talented
individuals who have shown extraordinary originality and dedication in their
creative pursuits and a marked capacity for self - direction.»
The MacArthur Fellowships are awarded to talented
individuals who have shown extraordinary originality and dedication in their
creative pursuits and a marked capacity for self - direction.